What makes I Feel It Coming by The Weeknd notable?

The track peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and received a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Its fusion of nostalgic sounds with modern pop sensibilities contributed to shaping the sound of mainstream music in the late 2010s. I Feel It Coming was released as part of The Weeknd's third studio album, Starboy, following his commercial breakthrough with Beauty Behind the Madness in 2015. By this time, he had solidified his status as a leading figure in modern pop and R&B, collaborating with notable artists and producers.

How many songs are on I Feel It Coming?

I Feel It Coming has 1 track, running approximately 4 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

I Feel It Coming

The Weeknd · 2016

4 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B

A smooth blend of retro synths and contemporary R&B that evokes a feeling of romantic anticipation.

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I Feel It Coming — This lead single expertly balances upbeat energy with sensual lyrics, showcasing The Weeknd's ability to blend vulnerability with confidence.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The track combines retro and modern elements effectively, but its structure and sound are familiar within the genre.

What we noticed

The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with a prominent bassline that drives the rhythm throughout.
Vocals are layered with harmonies, creating a lush soundscape that complements the retro synth elements.
The song's structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with a bridge that introduces a slight variation in melody.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single solidified The Weeknd's mainstream success post-breakthrough album.
Themes: romantic anticipation· retro synth nostalgia
Career context: I Feel It Coming was released as part of The Weeknd's third studio album, Starboy, following his commercial breakthrough with Beauty Behind the Madness in 2015. By this time, he had solidified his status as a leading figure in modern pop and R&B, collaborating with notable artists and producers.
Stylistic neighbors: Frank Ocean· Miguel· SZA